She allowed herself to relax enough to consider more than survival.

He allowed himself to relax, while concentrating at the same time.

When five, and then ten minutes passed without an attack, she allowed herself to relax a little.

They had all felt the tension, and success now allowed them to relax.

It took some time before Willie allowed himself to relax in the water.

She looked toward the front of the Lincoln and allowed herself to relax a little.

Once inside, she bolted the door and at last allowed herself to relax a little.

Only then did he allow himself to relax a little.

Nothing happened, and she allowed herself to relax a little.

Only then did he allow himself to relax in his bunk and take stock of the new day.